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Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
Another 100000 Hotel.

number OF citizens Of Dodge City have snb-
scribed $1,000 towards the erection of a hotel
building On the City drug store and postoffce Tote.
This is the move contemplated some weeks ego
The prospect Of two or three good hotels in Dodge
seems assured.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
Dents Purchase.

J. D. Dent, one of Dodge City's enterprising
real estate men, has purchased Of S. j. Miller the
atter's two fine residence houses in the west part
OF the city. The consideration WIS $4,000. rr.
Dent has made sales CT real estate, and is buying
property for his own use in the city. He is cit
izen worth having, and is bound to be in with the
hon.,,
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Among the many railroads with which the Dor
der of Kansas is 3ristling'i the kansss'f South
western. II is now being graded through Pratt
county, and will soon enter i,iowa, southeast OF
Dodge City. Its point OF direction is the south
Colorado coal felds.-FueblD Review.
This road is a connection Of the d. NJ & A., and
is known as par. OF the Missouri System.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

We Clip this ''pay local. from one OF our ex-
changes: Ladies' If you wear one of our glove
fitting corsets you will wear hothing else" This
might provca satisfactory experiment, but rather
airy costume for January weather. The adyer-
tiser doubtless intended that overshoes should be
worn although he does not say-Ex
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

We ere net very curious. bit we wouid like to
know how the dickens the editor Of the Times
knew thst the Globe and Democrat force was look
ing for eclipse Gu Monday night. Perhaps it
was the TiE,es mans nigat oat.-Democrat.
u was the s'towu talk On coming ''Gowp
town. Tuesday morning the first news that greeted
our ears was that the combined editorial force Of
sae Globe AMI Democrat were looking through a
glaes darkly, trying to observe the eclipse Of the
moon. We thought nothing serious about tine mat
ter In our Younger cays We studied astronomy
upon the ssme plan, and in the same manner. The
Leslt- u r.. s-nIliht he's 10 nff.fe shsrsS 10.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
Rucklen,s Arnica Salve.

The best SaIvc in the world for Cuts.
Bruises. Sores. Ulcers. Salt kheum. Fever
Sores, letter. Chapped Hands, Chiiblains
COINS. and all Skin Eruptions. and posi-
lively cures Piles. or no pay required. 1t
il guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction.
or money refunded. Price Is cts ger box,
For sale at City Drug Store.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

When Freedom from her mountain height,
Unfurled her standard TO the air,
She tore the azure robes of night,
And set the star OF Kansas in glory there!
Ad astra per aspera
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
The Boom in the Spring.

The Larned Eaglc-Opiic is in the midst CT a
boom. l. says:
From all over the state comes the report that the
boom will strike higher in the spring. New rail-
roads will be running into our city, new capital
will be invested ana public improvements will be
made. The Kansas newspapers are doing their
level best for the good OF the state, ard citizens
should lend helping hand. Get ready to receive
them; for in two months eastern people with CAPT
tai will be invading our state with view of loca-
ting. Many will stop right here with us if they
receive proper greeting.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Revival meetings closed at the Methodist church
last Sunday evening. There have been rs per.
cons converted while 13S have expressed deter
rination to live christian lives. jubilee meeting
viii be held cn this Thursday evening, Feo. 18th
All the young converts are requested to be prcsen,
and ell others cordially invited to attend.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The people of the plains must plant
timber this spring, or submit to the
charge of contributing wiilfully to as
sisting this region to take start back
ward twill not do to daily. The
time for debate is passed The region
either has to be timbered or depopula
ted. Do not wait to see what the state
does. If it acts ever so kindly, this
can not benefit you this year. Every
one of you must constitute himself a
forester. Plant few trees if you can
net plant many. Do your best Let
the people of the country see that you
know the direction Of a decent civiliza-
ton anyway, Wa ,Keeney World
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The C:maTron New West is owned and control
led by Logan & Campbell. Mr. Logan learned the
printing business in the TIMES Office, and is an
industrious aad worthy young man. Y B. klaine
holds interest in the paper in trust for the ben
eft Of James f. Campbell, minor, of WarreDsbnrg,
a.,
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The revival meetings closed in the N. +. church
Sunday night. About 11s conversions was the re-
suit Of the meetings A jubilee meeting will be
held in the church tonight. Mr.. Lowther has
done good work. he will be retained at this
charge another wear
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

1t is millions for defense and lot one cent for
tribute. Dodge doesn't owe cent, but she is On
the make of o million or two millions
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

When Mr. Lowther announced the close Of the
revival meetings Sunday night, many Of his con-
gregation were surprised. lie said they would
have less time Of warning when the day Of judg-
rneuf v.s announced
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
Excursion Trans to Dodge.

railroad passenger agent writes to a citizen Of
Dodge City that excursion trains will soon run to
this city. He says combination rates for through
round-trip is little more than one fare. He says
railroads are already lending their influence and
assistance in settling ND Nestern KaDsas
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The southeast wind can carry the real estate
dust aud watt it to the four winds, but the dust
that is coming for Dodge City and Ford coanty
real estate win be waited to the pockets of the
lucky holders il, tic real estate prizes.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

You viii End that by patronizing one who makes
speciality Of any one line Of business you not
only have d larger variety to select from, but get
lover prices Patronize ". E. Hess for oil kinds
Of dishes glassware, lamps, etc.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Here is some good ADVICE from an ex-
change Resolve to do something to
help the looks of your town this year.
IF you cant build brick business
block, paint your house or barn, or
build new fence or sidewalk, or mend
the old ones, Or set out some trees and
shrnbbery. Do something
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The body of stephen Bedford, who was killed
by Taylor Whitelaw in Kingnan last week, wa.
brought to this city for inteTment on Thursday
last. Bedford was the owner of a ranch on the
Mulberry. Elder Donegan preached the funera
sermon.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

There is a boom Matching and at the period of
incubation the old chicken will give great crow
And this great cock wont deny anybody else doing
some Growing besides his roostcrship.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

One hundred thousand dollars in hoteI building.
in Dodge this year, and this amount won't be 9
patching to the amount that will be transacted ir
real estate and building.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The clarion voice OF the early rooster is heard
abroad in the mighty land of Kansas. And he lie
the chicken whose real name il Eli.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Boyer & Hobble sold q lots of the Arkansas
Valley Town Company, on Monday. The pur
chasers were residents ana non-residcnts
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

David Pittman says his early sowed wheat looks
well. The late sown wheat does not look we'll.
Rye looks well, and prospects good lie Gays Mr.
Slaughter hos % of wheat on so looks better
than wheat on old grouud
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Frank Conner returned Sunday, and has resumed
his place as book keeper in the Ycrk-Drapcr Mer
camille company. Contrary to expectations Mrs
Conner IA lied to come with him
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

E. Wicbenson, OF Gladbrcok. Iowa, is in the city.
and in connection with other parties will open a
bank, on the 18th of March, In Beesons building
On Chestnut street.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

bill has been introduced by Mr. Haun. in the
Kansas Legislature changing the name Of William
Fl. 7 Trick to William II. Harris. This person has
assumed the name of Harris for many years past
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

A slight real estate breeze on the blow. It is
TO small, gentle zephyr, il is great blow 1t will
not demosh and leave destruction in its path.
I. VIII wreck the old animation of Dodge and I'M
part new life.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The Widen bigamy case was postponed to the
District Court, the parties waving preliminary
examination before the justice on Saturday last.
The court room was filed with ladies'
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

A visit to the river yesterday revealed the fact
that the channel has been FIJI for the pact day
20, but Is now down 20 lis natural depth again.
The headwaters of the Arkan.as is in the noun
tine and it like sl other mountain streams, rises
in the day tune and falls az night, caused by the
enow melting during the day ana freezing at
niYht.--(iarden Sentinel, 18th.
The river was rising here Sunday. Dent be
afrzie 81 droath with plenty Of water in the Ar
kansse river. The Lakin bridge was reported car
riei away by the ice gorge on Friday.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

To the Editor Dodge City Times:
Three of Larned's druggists grace our new coun-
ty Jail, fourth one was convicted bat skipped
A CORRESPONDENT.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

4 number Of men connected with TIE Atchison,
Topeka & Santa Fe railroad had sale Of town
lots 10 Newton on the OH inst, amounting to
IS, co.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Garden City is posing virtuous town Said
Madam Handy, wellknown Dodge City courta-
san, IF it wasn't for my branch house at Garden
City could Mt keep uo."
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

FOR SALE AT bargain if taken 5000, 100
acres of land within four miles Of Dodge city.
ALSO one of the finest business corners IN the
city. SWAN s LLOYD
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Superintendent John Groendykc will leave to-
morrow for his old home in Indiana, and will be
absent four weeks. HIS visit is of business
character. When he raarries he is going to marry
Dodge City girl.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Last week good deal Of real estate changed
hands. 4 10 acre claim was transferred from the
south side TO the north side CT the river.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

II is an III wind that blows nobody good. W.
have our wind mill going, and suppose We shS!
catch our sails fulf--of wind.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Freight and passenger traffic is now booming at
the station. We noticed four or five immigrants
goods unlcGded Monday morning.-CImarTon New
West
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

There is divinity that shapes our ends-Dodg'
City has destiny, and divinity viii shape her ent
70 honor, glory and usefulness.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
ford PostoHoe Robbed,

On Sunday night the postofice al Ford was rob
bed and four registered letters taken. There is
no clue to the robbery. The postofice ct that
point robbed couple Of years ago Of two or
three registered letters.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

S. D. Morris spent few days with his family.
ar. Morris is travelling for large Toledo house.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Mr. Adams, VINO lives in Concord township,
called Thursday last. He says his fifteen acres of
wheat is in good condition. Flowing is being
done by his neighbors
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The family OF L. i. johnson and Miss Lizzie
Rowdeu have returned from q winters eojourn in
Michigan
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
"Sure Pop"

The $1,000 hotel Of G. NJ. Hoover & Co. Is TO be
built without doubt. Property owners in the Vi
clnity Of the proposed building have agreed to give
bonus of s. coo towards the erection Of the build
ing. The hotel will be one OF the finest in the
West.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Fl. A. Buell. was in the city Monday, on a return
from Illinois, where he was all winter. lie says a
good many capitalists are coming TO western Kan
eRs 10 invest in real estate.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
Wheat all Right.

We have made numerous inquiries concerning
the condition Of the fall wheat, and our inforna-
ton is that the wheat is al right. farmer from
the German settlement says that wheat is in good
condition
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Like Sho : the notorious gambler, shot and
killed jim COPYRIGHT, 5 detective, Fart Worth,
or the S.b iCst
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

L. L. Dysert returned last week from visit to
Ohio. He informs that there will be large i'm
migration to Western Kansas this coming spring
and simmer
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Dodge has been dormant ell winter, like cat
crpillar In she'll The genial rays of boom will
make her butterfly
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Like the reyerberatiRg echoes of cannon, the
Dodge City boom can be heard in the distance.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
A Cold February.

Kansas Fa-mer:-Prof Blake says, February
will be the coolest month CT the winter He says
il VIII be 'more steadily cold'' than was January
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The water pipe connecting the Dodge House with
the main pipe hurs.cd one nj. Int last week, and
water was thrown over the building. The leak
was small one. bu; 1t issued large volume of
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The Youths, Christian Association win give
sociable SATURDAY. evening, at the residence Of L.
K Mcintyre.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

il was long time coming. But it is coming,
clear the track There ere six railroads for Dodge
City. All headed this way.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The railroad fever is breaking out in the city.
Dodge will have six attacks OF railroads. Six
brand new railroads in two years time. Make q
note of it.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
The NeiGhbornccd.

You will find W. B. Hess always ready to meet
c0:apetitor's prices ON all kinds Of quecnsWare.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

S. s. Logan, OF the CImarron New West, spent
Sunday and Monday at home.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Mr.. Cochran, Of Virginia, was in the city lac
week, with view OF investing in real estate.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

1t ie the great blows of Kansas that have made
her name synonym Of greatness and prosperity.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The Cilnarron New West says Cimsrron real es-
tate jumped up seventy per cent wednesday night
OF last week.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Gilbert Bros. of Speareville have purchased the
Dodge City water works. The works are valued at
$500 and are bonded for $4,000
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

No state like Kansas. She blows herself into q
large magnitude. And, after ell, it is blowing
that counts. II pays.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

70 Lots Sold Monday.

" D. Billings is in the city, and win burn 5000,
Q0Q brick this eeason
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

WANTED.-Carpets to weave. Call on n. c.
Davis, north 4th ayenue first house north Of Chas.
Van Trump. feb II.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Mrs. Col Jones has returned from five months
visit 10 friends in Virginia.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Our chicken is fullfedged, and he is making a
terrible noise. lie il cock Of the walk.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Whose influence secured the two votes In tn
House against the county lines scheme.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Infusion Of new blood and new energy will pus
Dodge City several Thousand dollars ahead
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Fest ironsope china breakfast plates are only
IS cts. per set, at W. B. Hess and all other good:
at lowest living prices.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

You will save money BY buying all your dishe
and glassware OF ". 3. Hess
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The center of great continent; the star O
Empire; and grea; is Kansas.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.

Land Office at Garden City, ksnsas,Jan u, 1887.
Notice ia hereby given that the following nsE.ed
settler iaa tiled notice Of Ills intention 70 MAKE
final proof il support of mis- CLAIM AID cat sad
rroo: VA he fra.te De sere 'he i.c. OF III MS eb-
senc., the Gle OF TIE D.airic Court, Forl Co..r-
II, Eansaa al lodge Ci.5- Kansas. On -ionf.ay
Marc1 l4t.. 1851, VIZ:
Of VIZ, sec 10, Tp. 81 8. range ii ".
He names the following witnesses to proTe his
continuous residence uron and cCitivotioa CT sald
William IL. Mrllsndore, william E. Liggett,.
Jrn,es Nichols AMI soyrnore hulsntore, I'll OF
teSs-et GIN NILE Register
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Hose Company No. 3 has nne building with !
nag stan.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Twenty-eight persons had Joined the Baptist
church up 10 Sunday night.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The Arkansas river has been flowing fall. Nc
dfouth when the river is full.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Handled tea cups and saucers are but 50 cent
per set, at ". B. Hess.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

The Kansas boom is q brilliant boom. It is all
wool and yard wide.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

II Is the early bird that catches the worm
Dodge City has her line out.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

From the Garden City Sentinel.
1t is reported that a prominent citizen recently
lost a cool hundred in a seductive game of draw
with Dodge pastcboard manipulation.
Range cattle are in fine condition and stockmen
feel vastly different from villa they did lGat year at
this time. 1t If true that prices are low, but the
stock is here and can be held until prices mend.
If all the citizens were az liberal with their
wealth as the newspaper men the whole country
would be one continual round of boom. Take .or
example one OF many, Brother klaine Of the Dodge
City Times. He is going to put up another S2O,-
COZ building in the spring.
"A large number Of passengers getting Of
the west bound train here daily. They are the ad-
vanced guard OF roe great army coming to south
western Kansas tkis- year. They thrifty look
ing class who will Make good citizens, and al
ways welcomed with hearty greeting.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
From, the Fovy; Boomer:


BY all reports the Wichita 6 Western railroad
vii! surprise tie people III short time.
"A. Picker, Of the ChristIan denomination, VIII
begin series OF meetings next Saturday night, ct
the Congregational church.
Postmaster Reainer has received orders from
the department to deliver daily mail from Dodge
to Greensburg, after March LIST. 4. n. Hu:chn-
son and Ian Mcleod have purchased the mail
route Of Mr.. Green, the present contractor, and
these gentlemen have ordered new three seated
platform hack, t., be placed tire route from
Dodge 10 Ford. They have also purchased soice
fine stage hbIsea that Can travel. The mails will
leave Ford il the morning for Dodge and Green's
hurg and arrive at Elk O'Clock in the evening,
from BON places.
49,
From the Ford Gazette:
The writer If noD a full fc- ge.." granger and
expects to commence cnltiVating the turnip vine
soon.
Nearly enough money has been subscribed in
Spcarevilie to establish irst-class Touring mill
in that town.
Information reaches us that town COON to be
started III southeast Ford counay will take the
wind cut OF the few recent enterprises in that d.
rection, Cocord included.
with little rain Daring this month and next,
wheat will liyen Up and grow nicely. 1t has been
generally conceded that TIE wheat crop ru-
med
AS Ford county viii produce peanuts in pay
citizens advertise that they will pay good market
price for al brought here during thesfa of 1887,
and thereby encourage the growing Of that spec
les of Merchandise.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Real estate agents say business is improving
Land buyers are coming in.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
February Weather.

All common lamp chinneys are only ten cent
each ct the queensware store of " 3. Hess
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17
PIONEER LOAN AND TRUST co.

If you want to secure q loan OF money on real
estate, at low rates. money ready when papers are
made out call on the Pioneer Loan and Trust Co.,
OF Dodge City. B. F. Mu.ToS, Secy.
Dodge City times. [volume] (Dodge City, Kan.) 1876-1892, 1887-02-17

Westward the star Of Empire comcth to Dodge
City and Ford County.